My second year contributing to America’s Best Racing gave me the opportunity to write a unique series, Underappreciated Stars of the 20th Century, to review several new releases, talk to two amazing jockeys, and compile a couple of fun holiday gifting lists. I got to walk around Churchill Downs on Oaks and Derby days and interview fans for their best tips about traveling to those special events for the first time and even got to do another fun article on a first-time trip to the Derby thanks to a chance encounter at the Kentucky Derby Museum. Enjoy!
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The Year in Review: BackTracks
The Backtracks series for The Racing Biz spotlighted a Mid-Atlantic bred champion each month since 2020. In 2023, I profiled Smarty Jones, Mandy’s Gold, and other familiar names, chronicling their careers and sharing insights from those closest to them when possible. Enjoy!
Star de Naskra
Little Bold John
Missy’s Mirage
Smarty Jones
Deputed Testamony
Caveat
Mill Reef
Afleet Alex
Dixieland Band
Mandy’s Gold
Key to the Mint
The Year in Review: The Science of Horse Racing
The Science of Horse Racing series for TwinSpires looks at different aspects of the sport from a scientific perspective. We’ve looked at how starting gates work, how horses see and hear, why jockeys ride like that, and why changing leads during a race is important. Click on each photo to read the story.
Continue reading “The Year in Review: The Science of Horse Racing”The Year in Review: Tall Tales of the Track
The series Tall Tales of the Track for TwinSpires shared stories of improbable moments in racing history. From a jockey who died in the middle of a race to a case of mistaken identity, read all about these stranger-than-fiction moments on the racetrack. Click on each photo to read the story.
Continue reading “The Year in Review: Tall Tales of the Track”The Year in Review: The Heart That Wears the Crown
The Heart That Wears the Crown series for TwinSpires shared stories about the personalities behind the first eleven Triple Crown winners. Learn more about what made each horse special, including descriptions and anecdotes from the people who knew them best. Click on each photo to read the story.
Continue reading “The Year in Review: The Heart That Wears the Crown”A Unique Idea for the Holidays: Foxes of Belair Gift Boxes
This holiday season, I am offering something unique: gift boxes! To celebrate the year of The Foxes of Belair: Gallant Fox, Omaha, and the Quest for the Triple Crown, I have FIVE gift boxes for sale, two Premier and three Special.
The Premier boxes start with a signed (personalized if you’d like!) copy of The Foxes of Belair, a Belair Stud coffee mug, a Belair Stable wooden cutout, a Belair Stud silks ornament from Amie’s Horse Racing Gifts, a couple of wee items from the Belair Mansion gift shop, and a surprise. These are $75, shipping included.
The Special boxes start with a signed (and personalized if you desire) copy of The Foxes of Belair, a Belair Stud silks ornament from Amie’s Horse Racing Gifts, a Gallant Fox and an Omaha silks pin from the Kentucky Derby Museum, a couple of wee items from the Belair Mansion Museum gift shop, and a surprise. These are $50, shipping included.
If you’d like to add a signed copy of the softcover edition of Sir Barton and the Making of the Triple Crown, add $25 to the price of each box.
To order, email me at FoxesofBelair@gmail.com. Thank you!
Galloping Through the Gifting Season: a Guide for 2023
Welcome to our exclusive holiday gift guide tailored just for racing fans! As the festive season approaches, it’s time to embrace the spirit of the track and celebrate the passion and elegance of this timeless sport. Whether you’re seeking the perfect present for a dedicated equestrian, a seasoned racing aficionado, or someone simply captivated by the beauty of these majestic creatures, this curated selection of racing-inspired gifts is here to make your holiday shopping a breeze. From stylish apparel to equine-themed decor and innovative accessories, we’ve compiled an assortment of gifts that capture the thrill, grace, and enduring allure of horse racing. Join us on this ride as we gallop through a collection designed to delight and enchant all lovers of the turf this holiday season.
Continue reading “Galloping Through the Gifting Season: a Guide for 2023”The 2023 Book Guide for the Horsey Sort
Welcome to a world where thundering hooves, unwavering spirit, and sheer grace converge on the track – the captivating realm of horse racing. As we start this gifting season, embark on an exhilarating journey through this carefully curated selection of books about this timeless sport. From legendary horses to the sport’s pioneers, these books encapsulate the enduring allure of the sport we love.
Whether you’re a lifelong fan or have a horsey person in your life, this list is sure to have a captivating story that will make the perfect gift this holiday season.
Continue reading “The 2023 Book Guide for the Horsey Sort”Where to Buy
Currently, The Foxes of Belair: Gallant Fox, Omaha, and the Quest for the Triple is available in both hardcover and eBook formats. Signed copies are also available for purchase. Use the links below to purchase Foxes of Belair in your preferred format.
Need more information about ordering the book or other topics? Feel free to email Jennifer at FoxesofBelair at gmail.com. For marketing inquiries, please contact Jackie Wilson (jackie.wilson@uky.edu) at the University Press of Kentucky.
Continue reading “Where to Buy”So Far in 2023…
Over the past three years, my work has expanded beyond writing books like Sir Barton and The Foxes of Belair. I have been fortunate to take on more work as a freelance writer, adding clients like America’s Best Racing, The Racing Biz, and TwinSpires Edge to my list of places to find me. I wanted to share what I have created so far this year as I count down to the publication of the book on Gallant Fox, Omaha, and William Woodward.
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